Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Kcsd Lower Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kcsd Lower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kcsd Lower Elementary School's student population of 285 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Kcsd Lower Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kcsd Lower Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#640 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
82%
45%
White
4%
40%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kcsd Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Kcsd Lower Elementary School is ranked #640 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Kcsd Lower Elementary School?
285 students attend Kcsd Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kcsd Lower Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kcsd Lower Elementary School?
Kcsd Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kcsd Lower Elementary School offer ?
Kcsd Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kcsd Lower Elementary School part of?
Kcsd Lower Elementary School is part of Kemper County School District.
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